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Honolulu Skewer House

3.8(5 community reviews)
Moderate ($$)

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Discover Honolulu Skewer House, offering the best Japanese experience in Ala Moana. Enjoy Moderate ($$) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

Sizzling Flavors in the Heart of Honolulu

When you step into Honolulu Skewer House, the first thing that hits you is the unmistakable aroma of charcoal smoke mingling with savory cumin and chili powder. Tucked away in the urban landscape of Honolulu, this spot ditches white-tablecloth pretense for an energetic, casual dining experience centered on the authentic art of the Chinese-style skewer. The interior is functional and industrial, designed to keep the focus entirely on the grill.

The Skewer Craft

This isn't your standard barbecue. The menu highlights a variety of proteins, from classic lamb skewers dusted in a signature spice blend to crisp, charred chicken gizzards and snap-tight shrimp. Each piece is grilled over real charcoal, ensuring a depth of flavor you just cannot replicate with gas burners. The heat is intense, the kitchen is fast, and the plates arrive still crackling from the fire. Whether you are grabbing a quick dinner after work or meeting friends for a late-night bite, the format encourages lingering over cold drinks while you pull meat off the sticks.

What to Expect

Don't come here looking for a quiet, intimate evening; the room has a lively, echoing hum that rises as the night goes on. If you are a fan of bold, spicy, and smoky profiles, this is your place. Keep in mind that the parking in this sector of the city can be tight, so it pays to arrive early or use a ride-share service. It is a no-frills, high-flavor destination that brings the popular late-night street food culture of Northeast China directly to the local food scene in Honolulu.

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Honolulu Skewer House - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Honolulu Skewer House - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Honolulu Skewer House - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Honolulu Skewer House - Honolulu Restaurant Image
Honolulu Skewer House - Honolulu Restaurant Image

Amenities & Features

Location

1427 Makaloa St, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96814-3610

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Reviews

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Jeanie B.Google Maps

Recently

Skewers are overpriced but portion is very small. The service is terrible, the lady that took our phone order was not paying attention at all. We specifically asked for Roasted Tilapia NOT SPICY as advertised in their website, called her back and told her the order was wrong she wanted us to return to the restaurant to be able to get refunded mostly because they wanted to verify the food is actually spicy. There’s a lot of peppers and you can’t even eat it unless you really like spicy food, mind you she didn’t even apologize at all.

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M YGoogle Maps

Recently

Very tasty skewers &, although there is only one server, she is super efficient. There is a further 10% discount after 9pm. Very reasonable & tasty!

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Charlie TeGoogle Maps

Recently

Cool little spot that is the 808 center. It doesn't really have a big sign out front, just a sign at the door. They have some street style skewers you can munch on. Their cucumber salad was very good, along with the grilled eggplant and grilled green beans, which I've never really tried.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Honolulu Skewer House

Common questions from diners about Honolulu Skewer House in Honolulu.

The menu features a Chinese and Japanese inspired skewer selection.

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